May 30th 2024.
Jerry Seinfeld recently opened up about his thoughts on the past era of 'dominant masculinity' and the current state of men in Hollywood. The beloved actor, best known for his role in the hit sitcom Seinfeld, shared his views on the trend of nostalgia and why he chose to go back in time with his recent Netflix film, Unfrosted.
During an appearance on the Honestly with Bari Weiss podcast, the 70-year-old discussed the concept of an 'agreed upon hierarchy' in society, which he believes has been 'vaporized' in today's world. According to Jerry, this lack of hierarchy is what leads to aggressive behavior and reckless driving, as humans are not comfortable without a sense of structure.
For Jerry, part of the appeal of looking back at the past is the nostalgia for a time when there was a clear hierarchy. He shared that during his youth, he idolized figures such as JFK, Muhammad Ali, Sean Connery, and Howard Cosell, who he considered to be 'real men'. However, he also admitted that he never really grew up, as being a comedian is a 'childish pursuit'.
These comments sparked a backlash from some fans who labeled Jerry as 'boring' and 'predictable', with one Reddit user even suggesting that he should 'just stop talking'. But Jerry is no stranger to speaking his mind, as he recently made headlines for criticizing the 'extreme left' for ruining comedy with political correctness.
The comedian, who starred in Seinfeld for nearly a decade, believes that comedy is not affected by the state of the world, as people will always need it. He expressed his disappointment with the lack of funny shows on TV today, blaming it on the 'extreme left' and their fear of offending others. He also pointed out that a certain episode of Seinfeld, where Kramer starts a business using homeless people, would not be able to air in today's climate.
However, Rob McElhenney, creator and star of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, proved him wrong by tweeting a picture of a character from the show, who starts off as a priest but ends up as a homeless drug addict. This served as a reminder that comedy can still push boundaries and make people laugh without being 'policed' by anyone.
In the end, Jerry's comments may have sparked controversy, but they also shed light on the ongoing debate surrounding masculinity and political correctness in the entertainment industry. Whether we agree or disagree with his views, one thing is for sure – Jerry Seinfeld will always be unapologetically himself.
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